1996 Lancia Zeta vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (109 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Zeta | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Zeta | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
